North Korea Increases Production of Ballistic Missile Following Possible Request of Russia

In a recent development that underscores North Korea's continuing focus on enhancing its military capabilities, North Korean leader Kim Jong-un inspected the latest advancements in missile technology for the Korean People's Army (KPA). According to the state-run KCNA news agency, Kim's visit to the military-industrial complex on May 14, 2024, marked a significant review of the production outcomes for the first half of the year. He expressed satisfaction with these results and stressed the critical importance of adhering to the 2024 military production plan to significantly improve the army's war readiness.